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In Houston, attractions range from iconic spots to local favorites. Below are some of the best options to explore.

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Discover 14 attractions in Houston. Real reviews, verified locations, and practical details to plan your visit to United States.

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10 Attractions in Houston

Houston Zoo
Popular

Houston Zoo

4.6(38869)
Houston

Visitors can see 6,000+ animals in natural, habitat-style exhibits & watch daily care & feedings.

Families
Animal Lovers
Educators
Habitat-style Exhibits
Daily Animal Care & Feedings
Conservation Efforts
Varies
Hermann Park
Popular

Hermann Park

4.7(27845)
Houston

Expansive park featuring a golf course, Japanese garden, a natural science museum & a kiddie train.

Families
Couples
Nature Lovers
Japanese Garden
Natural Science Museum
Kiddie Train
Varies
Discovery Green
Popular

Discovery Green

4.7(20404)
Houston

Park with live music, public art, restaurants, playground, pond for kayaking & exercise classes.

Families
Urban Explorers
Active Travelers
Public Art
Live Music Performances
Kayaking
Varies
Eleanor Tinsley Park
Popular
Houston

Park popular for its running trails, lush green hills & playing host to multiple annual festivals.

Runners
Nature Lovers
Festival-goers
Running Trails
Lush Green Hills
Annual Festivals
Varies
Buffalo Bayou Park
Popular
Houston

Winding, 160-acre green space featuring views of the Houston skyline plus a fountain & a skate park.

Nature Lovers
Families
Urban Explorers
Houston Skyline Views
Skate Park
Refreshing Fountain
Varies
Market Square Park
Popular
Houston

Historic public space with outdoor movies, walkways, a dog run & an open-air Greek restaurant.

Families
Couples
History Buffs
Outdoor Movies
Greek Restaurant
Dog Run
Varies
Houston Legendary Graffiti Building
Popular

Grouping of industrial structures featuring rotating displays of colorful street art & murals.

Art Lovers
Instagramers
Urban Explorers
Rotating Street Art Displays
Vibrant Murals
Industrial Aesthetic
Varies
Sam Houston Park
Popular
Houston

Historically focused park featuring guided tours of old structures dating back to the 1800s.

History
Architecture
Families
Historic Structures
Guided Tours
19th-century Life Depiction
Varies
Waugh Drive Bat Colony
Popular
Houston

Viewing spot to watch thousands of wild bats emerge from under the bridge at sunset.

Nature Lovers
Photographers
Families
Bat Emergence at Sunset
Unique Wildlife Viewing
Urban Park Attraction
Varies
Pioneer Memorial Obelisk
Popular

Granite obelisk commemorating Houston's founding men & women & city centennial, unveiled in 1936.

History Buffs
Tourists
Architecture Enthusiasts
Commemorating Houston's Founding
Granite Structure
Centennial Celebration
Varies

Plan Your Trip to Houston

Now that you've explored the best attractions in Houston, it's time to start planning your trip. Here are some tips to make the most of your visit:

  • Create a personalized itinerary based on your interests.
  • Check opening hours and admission fees for each attraction.
  • Consider purchasing a city pass for potential discounts.
  • Plan your transportation between attractions.
  • Read recent reviews for up-to-date information.
  • Book accommodations in advance, especially during peak season.
  • Learn a few basic phrases in the local language.
  • Pack comfortable shoes for walking and exploring.